Microsoft technology licensing, llc (20240111958). ASSISTANT FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION ON UNKNOWN TOPICS simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 ASSISTANT FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION ON UNKNOWN TOPICS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 ASSISTANT FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION ON UNKNOWN TOPICS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
ASSISTANT FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION ON UNKNOWN TOPICS
Organization Name
microsoft technology licensing, llc
Inventor(s)
ASSISTANT FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION ON UNKNOWN TOPICS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240111958 titled 'ASSISTANT FOR PROVIDING INFORMATION ON UNKNOWN TOPICS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes techniques for assisting users with unknown topics by automatically presenting information associated with the unknown topics to the users.
- Candidate definition for unknown topics is determined based on user input.
- Topic and candidate definition are provided to output devices for presentation to users.
- Aim is to help users understand and learn about unknown topics during conversations.
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in educational settings to help students learn about unfamiliar subjects. It could also be used in customer service to provide information to users about products or services they are not familiar with.
Problems Solved
This technology addresses the issue of users encountering unknown topics during conversations and not having access to relevant information. By automatically presenting information related to the unknown topics, users can quickly understand and engage in discussions.
Benefits
Users can expand their knowledge and understanding of various topics without having to actively search for information. This can lead to more informed conversations and interactions.
Potential Commercial Applications
This technology could be integrated into messaging platforms, social media apps, and customer service systems to enhance user experience and provide valuable information in real-time.
Possible Prior Art
There may be existing systems or methods that provide information to users based on their conversations or queries, but the specific technique of automatically presenting information about unknown topics to users in real-time may be novel.
Unanswered Questions
1. How does the system determine the accuracy and relevance of the candidate definition for unknown topics? 2. What measures are in place to ensure user privacy and data security when collecting and presenting information about unknown topics?
Original Abstract Submitted
techniques are disclosed for assisting users with unknown topics by automatically presenting information associated with the unknown topics to the users. in an example embodiment, an unknown topic is referred to or discussed during a conversation between multiple users. a candidate definition for the topic is determined, where the candidate definition is known by the user that used the topic. based on a determination that the topic and the candidate definition are unknown to a second user in the conversation, the topic and the candidate definition are provided to one or more output devices for presentation to the second user.
